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Instructions
**READ MANUAL BEFORE STARTING**
Starting Instructions
It is recommended that you read the entire manual
before starting the Mosquito Magnet
®
trap.
1. Insert Octenol or Lurex3 cartridge in compartment per
instructions in cartridge packaging.
2. Install 4 “C” Batteries into the rear compartment..
3. Connect regulator to propane tank.
4. Slowly turn propane tank valve on.
5. Push “ON/OFF” switch to ON position. LED light will turn
solid orange indicating warm-up. After 15-25 minutes,
trap LED light will turn solid green indicating the trap is
running at full capacity.
Shut Down Instructions
To turn off the trap, press the ON/OFF button. RUN will show
on the display. COOL and the indicator arrows will flash on
the display. The LED will be green. After a two minute cool
down, the fan will stop, the LED will turn off and OFF will
show on the display.
When Not In Use
If the unit is not in use, the gas must be turned off at the
supply cylinder. Storage of this unit indoors is permissible only
if the cylinder is disconnected and removed. Cylinders must
be stored outdoors, out of reach of children and must not be
stored in a building, garage or any other enclosed area.
End of Season Storage
Push ON/OFF switch to OFF position to shut down the trap.
The LED light will go out and the fan will continue running
until trap is cool. Close the propane tank valve
and disconnect regulator.
Any open Mosquito Magnet
®
attractant should be removed
and discarded. See attractant label for disposal instructions.
The bug bag should also be discarded prior to storing the trap.
STORAGE:
The trap should be stored indoors in a garage
or shed in the off-season. Cover trumpet to prohibit insects
from nesting. Cover unit with a tarp and secure tightly at the
bottom to keep out dust, spider webs and other debris.
For Best Results (unit must run for 24 hours/day)
•
Your trap will begin capturing immediately with
significant reduction in the mosquito population in
7-10 days.
Allow 4 weeks to significantly reduce the
mosquito population in your yard.
• Allow trap to cool for 5 minutes before re-start.
• Never spray insecticide in or around trap.
• Trap can be left running in the rain.
• If using lime or fertilizer compounds, be sure to shut
down the trap first to prevent dust or fine mist from
being drawn into trap and clogging bug bag.
Warning:
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause injury or property
damage. Read the installation, operating and maintenance
instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this
equipment.
Caution:
The gas pressure regulator provided with this
appliance must be used. This regulator is set for an outlet
pressure 11.0 in. water column.
The gas supply must be turned off at the LP-Gas supply
cylinder when this appliance is not in use.
Leader in 360º Customer Support
• Customer Care Hotline: 1-800-953-5737
• Online Product Registration Available
• Visit www.mosquitomagnet.com for
Troubleshooting Tips/Trap Placement
• Certified Service Locations – Information Available
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